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1. Fulminate hepatic failure may occur in __
- A. Acute viral hepatitis
- B. Acute viral hepatitis
- C. Acute viral hepatitis
- D. Acute viral hepatitis
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
In the developing world, acute hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection dominates as a cause of fulminant hepatic failure because of the high prevalence of the disease. Hepatitis C rarely causes acute liver failure. Hepatitis D, as a coinfection or superinfection with hepatitis B virus, can lead to fulminant hepatic failure.
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